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Prime Minister's Office
PM greets sportspersons on National Sports Day; pays tributes to Major Dhyan Chand
(The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the sportspersons on National Sports Day. Prime Minister also paid tributes to legendary Indian Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
The Prime Minister said, "National Sports Day is a day to celebrate the remarkable achievements of all those exemplary sportspersons who have represented India in various sports and made our nation proud. Their tenacity and determination are outstanding.
Today, on National Sports Day, we pay tributes to Major Dhyan Chand, whose magic with the hockey stick can never be forgotten.
This is also a day to laud the outstanding support given by the families, coaches and support staff towards the success of our talented athletes.
Government of India is making numerous efforts to popularise sports and support sporting talent in India. At the same time, I urge everyone to make sports and fitness exercises a part of their daily routine. There are many benefits of doing so. May everyone be happy and healthy!"
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Free LPG connection provided to 1.79 lakhs beneficiaries under PMUY in Manipur -Ramdas Athawale
Union minister of state for social justice & empowerment Ramdas Athawale on Wednesday said that his ministry is giving special focus in the northeast states including Manipur in the implementation of various social security schemes .
Shri Athawale who arrived in Imphal on a two-day visit in the state today addressed a press conference after reviewing Central sponsored schemes being implemented in the state under his ministry. He said that the Central government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been taking up various developmental and social security schemes with other parts of the country.
The Minister highlighted various achievements of the schemes implemented in the state through his ministry said that his ministry has released Rs 195.43 crore under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana  scheme during the 2014-22 and benefited a total of 10.18 lakh people
A total of 3.52 lakh people have been benefited by providing loans under PMMY amounting to Rs 1881.07 crore in the state during the period 2015-22 till date.
Free LPG connection has been provided to about 1.79 lakhs below poverty line families in the state, the Union minister added. The ministry has also released required funds for construction of 16,000 houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana  and 6,000 houses under PMAY  during the same period, he added.
Under Ujala Yojana, three lakh LED bulbs have been provided to the beneficiaries at subsidized rates, the minister added.
The Union minister called on the state Chief Minister this evening. He will leave Imphal for New Delhi tomorrow after attending some local engagements.
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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
ALL INDIA RADIO  INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR  WEB EDITORS
The Regional News Unit of All India Radio, Hyderabad invites applications for casual engagement of Web Editor  on assignment basis. Those residing in Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation  limits are eligible to apply. Applicants need to appear for Written Test  to be later followed by an Interview. For further details please visit www.newsonair.com website .
The last date for receiving duly filled applications in prescribed format is 1st March 2021 i.e., Monday
UPSC
Recruitment Results finalized by UPSC in June, 2019
The following Recruitment Results have been finalized by the Union Public Service Commission during the month of June, 2019. The recommended candidates have been informed individually by post.
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NITI Aayog
Sushant Singh Rajput to promote two major initiatives of NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog and Sushant Singh Rajput have decided to collaborate towards promoting two major initiatives of NITI Aayog, promotion of BHIM and the Women Entrepreneurship Platform.
As part of its larger mandate to promote digital payments across the country, the NITI Aayog has been successfully driving the digital payments campaign in India, wherein it collaborates with youth leaders and public figures to promote the cashless payment systems across the country.
NITI Aayog continues to bring disruption within the industrial space with the establishment of the Women Entrepreneurship Platform , which was launched earlier this year with a mission to establish a vibrant, enabling ecosystem for women entrepreneurs across India.
It is to promote these efforts that Shri Rajput would be entering into an agreement with NITI Aayog.
The agreement would be signed by Shri Rajput with Ms Anna Roy, Adviser, NITI Aayog in the presence of Shri Amitabh Kant, CEO, NITI Aayog.
Ministry of Defence
Ex-Servicemen rally for Veterans and their dependants of Station HQ Kirkee/Aundh at Centre, Kirkee on 14 January 2023
Pune, 10 January 2023
In an effort to reach out to Veterans, Veer Naris/ Veer Matas residing in areas under the jurisdiction of Station HQ Kirkee/Aundh an Ex-Servicemen  rally will be organized at the Bhagat Pavilion at Bombay Engineer Group & Centre, Kirkee on 14 January 2023.
The aim of the rally is to assist the Veterans, Veer Naris/ Veer Matas by providing relevant post retirement beneficial information, facilitate redressal of grievances and overcome documentation anomalies in co-ordination with representatives of various Record Offices, Principal Controller of Defence Accounts  Allahabad, State Govt agencies and Bank Officials. A medical camp will also be established under the aegis of Military Hospital, Kirkee in co-ordination with Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme Cell to provide necessary medical cover to those in need. Refreshment will be provided to all attendees.
This rally is to convey the gratitude to all Veer Naris, Veer Matas, Senior Veterans and Ex-Servicemen for their solemn and selfless service to the Nation, Society and Armed Forces. As the rally is expected to be attended by a large number of Veterans, Veer Naris, Veer Matas, and their dependents, this is also seen as an opportunity for the Army to guide, educate our Veterans and their Next of Kin  in their day to day problems as well as project the image of Army to local populace. The rally would be a major step towards addressing the day to day problems especially of the Veterans, Veer Naris and their NOKs.PIB Pune | M.Iyengar/D.Rane
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Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Yogi Adityanath and his Council of Minister on taking oath
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Yogi Adityanath and his Council of Ministers on taking oath as the Chief Minister and Ministers of Uttar Pradesh.
Recalling the many achievements of the past five years, the Prime Minister expressed the hope that under the leadership of the Chief Minister, the State will write a new chapter of development.
The Prime Minister tweeted:
"उत्तर प्रदेश के मुख्यमंत्री पद की शपथ लेने पर @myogiadityanath जी और उनके मंत्रिमंडल को हार्दिक बधाई। पिछले 5 वर्षों में राज्य की विकास यात्रा ने कई अहम पड़ाव तय किए हैं। मुझे विश्वास है कि आपके नेतृत्व में प्रदेश जन आकांक्षाओं को पूरा करते हुए प्रगति का एक और नया अध्याय लिखेगा।"
Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU on Urea manufacturing Plant in Malaysia
Cabinet approves MoU on Urea manufacturing Plant in Malaysia
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the signing of Memorandum of Understanding with Malaysia on development of a Urea and Ammonia manufacturing plant in Malaysia with off take to India and/or off take of existing surplus Urea from Malaysia to India.
The project is expected to cost US$ 2.1 billion with capacity to produce 2.4 million tonnes of Urea and 1.35 million tonnes of Ammonia per annum and dedicated supplying to Indian market.
The signing of MoU will ensure consistent supply of Urea and Ammonia to cater the need of the country at a lower price, if agreed to by both the participants.
Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Aadi Mahotsavsees a Major Increase in Footfall As Delhiites are Enjoying Rich Tribal Craft, Culture & Cuisine
Tribal Artists Enthralling Audiences with Their Colourful Performances
The last two days of the National Tribal festival “Aadi Mahotsav” have seen a major increase in footfall as Delhiites are doing their best to enjoy rich tribal craft, culture and cuisine. As the fortnight-long Mahotsav comes to a close in Delhi, residents are rushing to this vibrant place. Celebrating the spirit of tribal ways of life, the Aadi Mahotsav showcases and has on display and for sale a vast range of tribal handlooms, handicrafts, artefacts and natural produce.
Tribal artists have also been enthralling the audiences with their colourful performances. Other than this, a focus has also been to expose the urban Delhi audiences to earthy tribal cuisine at Aadi Vyanjan.
Aadi Mahotsav is a mini-India; more than 1000 From paintings be it in the Warli style or Pattachitras; Dokra jewellery to bead necklaces from the Wancho and Konyak tribes of the North-East; fromfamous Toda embroidery of the South to Eri silks from Assam; from colourful puppets and children’s toys to traditional weaves such as Dongria shawls, Kota Doria from Rajasthan; from iron craft from Bastar to bamboo craft and cane furniture; pottery such as blue pottery and Longpi pottery from Manipur, the festival is a feast for the senses.
The Aadi Mahotsav- A Celebration of the Spirit of Tribal Crafts, Culture and Commerce is on at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi till the 15th February, 2021 from 11 am to 9 pm.. Don’t miss the last two days of this grand celebration!Visit Aadi Mahotsav and further the “Vocal for Local” movement! #BuyTribal.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Air sports like aerobatics, aero modelling, amateur-built and experimental aircraft, ballooning, drones gliding, hang gliding are to be promoted under NASP
In order to promote air sports in the country, the Government has prepared a draft National Air Sports Policy . The draft policy was released on 01 January 2022 for public comments and last date for submitting the feedback was 31 January 2022. The Government is examining the comments received.
As per the draft NASP 2022, some of the measures envisaged to make India a global hub for air sports are as follows:
- The policy will cover most of the air sports like aerobatics, aero modelling, amateur-built and experimental aircraft, ballooning, drones gliding, hang gliding and paragliding micro-lighting and Para-motoring skydiving and vintage aircraft.
- The Government may develop a simple, stakeholder-friendly and effective governance structure with significant involvement of air sports experts.
- In line with the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, domestic design, development and manufacturing of air sports equipment will be promoted.
- Government will endeavour to enhance the participation of Indians in global air sports events.
- Schools, colleges and universities will be encouraged to have air sports included in their curriculum.
For the year 2021-22, a sum of Rs. One crore has been allocated to promote air sports in the country. Once NASP 2022 is finalised and the proposed Air Sports Federation of India  is constituted, the Government may release the funds based on need and justification.
This information was given by the Minister of State in the Ministry Of Civil Aviation  V. K. Singh  in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today
Ministry of Railways
Indian Railways restore 03 Special Trains from New Delhi today
Total 1177 passengers are booked in the New Delhi Bilaspur special train, total 1122 passengers are booked in New Delhi Dibrugarh special Train and total 1162 passengers are booked in New Delhi- Bengaluru special Train,
Total 3461 passengers to leave New Delhi today
Train No. 02442 New Delhi to Bilaspur, the first Special train starts its journey today
With the departure of the train, restoration of passenger train services on Indian Railways started in a graded manner
These services shall be in addition to the Shramik specials
Train No. 02442 New Delhi to Bilaspur Special train will start its journey today i.e. 12th May, 2020 from New Delhi Railway Station as a first special train to be restored after the suspension of passenger train services due to COVID 19. With the departure of this train, restoration of passenger train services on Indian Railways started in a graded manner. Total 03 Special trains shall depart from New Delhi today while total 05 special trains to depart from other cities towards New Delhi. These special train services shall be in addition to the Shramik specials run by Indian Railways.
Total 03 Trains are departing from New Delhi to various destinations today. The details of the trains is as under:
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To
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1
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02692
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New Delhi
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Bengaluru
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2
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02424
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New Delhi
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Dibrugarh
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3
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02442
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New Delhi
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Bilaspur
Total 741 PNRs were generated for 1177 passengers travelling in the New Delhi Bilaspur special train; total 442 PNRs were generated for 1122 passengers travelling in New Delhi Dibrugarh special train and total 804 PNRs were generated for 1162 passengers are travelling in New Delhi- Bengaluru special train.
Today total 08 Trains are departing from various cities including New Delhi. The details of the trains is as under:
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02301
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Howrah
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New Delhi
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2
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02951
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Mumbai Central
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New Delhi
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3
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02957
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Ahmedabad
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New Delhi
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4
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02309
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Rajendranagar 
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New Delhi
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5
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02691
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Bengaluru
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New Delhi
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6
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02692
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New Delhi
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Bengaluru
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7
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02424
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New Delhi
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Dibrugarh
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8
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02442
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New Delhi
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Bilaspur
Ministry of Education
MBA admission in IGNOU
IGNOU announces admission to its following AICTE approved Management Programmes for the July, 2021 session:
- Master of Business Administration 
- Master of Business Administration  
Programme details like eligibility, duration, fee, courses etc. are available on the Online Admission Portal https://ignouadmission.samarth.edu.in. The last date for online submission of applications is 30th September, 2021.
In addition to the MBA programmes, following PG Diploma Programmes in Management are also on offer:
1. PG Diploma in Marketing Management ,
2. PG Diploma in Financial Management ,
3. PG Diploma in Human Resource Management .
4. PG Diploma in Operations Management 
For PG Diploma Programmes, the last date for online submission of application is 15th September, 2021.
For more details, contact IGNOU Regional Centre, Rajadhani Building, Killippalam, Karamana PO, Trivandrum-695002. Phone: 0471-2344113/2344120/9447044132. Email: rctrivandrum@ignou.ac.in.
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Ministry of Finance
Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman attends the 5th Annual Meeting of Board of Governors of New Development Bank through video-conference
Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman attended the 5th Annual Meeting of Board of Governors of New Development Bank through video-conference in New Delhi today.
The NDB was established by the BRICS countries  in 2014. The purpose of the Bank is to mobilise resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in BRICS and other emerging market economies and developing countries to complement the existing efforts of multilateral and regional financial institutions for global growth and development. NDB has so far approved 14 projects of India for an amount of $ 4,183 million.
In her opening remarks at the meeting, the Finance Minister commended the NDB’s efforts in establishing itself as a credible Global Financial Institution, delivering its mandate successfully by taking more sustainable and inclusive approach.
On the discussion of COVID-19, Smt. Sitharaman appreciated NDB’s effort on fast tracking of financial assistance of about $5 billion to BRICS countries including Emergency Assistance of $1 billion India to combat COVID-19 pandemic. She also suggested that, assistance under this facility to be enhanced to $10 billion. She mentioned about Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s initiative of creating a COVID-19 Emergency Fund and India’s efforts in supplying critical medicine to the needy countries to tackle the COVID-19. The Finance Minister of Brazil thanked India for the timely help it received from India in the form of critical drugs.
Smt. Sitharaman also outlined various measures taken in India to respond to the COVID-19, includes, allocation of $2 Billion  by the Government of India for strengthening the healthcare system; announcement of a scheme of social support measures amounting to $25 Billion to alleviate the hardship of the poor and the vulnerable; insurance cover of $67,000  per person to over 2.2 million frontline health workers and others provision of relief to firms in statutory and regulatory compliance matters; easing of monetary policy by the RBI.
She also strongly encouraged NDB to take appropriate actions to join G-20 forum along with other Multilateral Development Bank /International Financial Institutions . Finally, she urged NDB to follow innovative practices in supporting the BRICS nations for achieving their Sustainable Development Goals.
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Implementation of Swachhta Udyami Yojana
National Safai Karamcharis Finance and Development Corporation  an apex corporation under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has been implementing Swachhta Udyami Yojana  with twin objective of cleanliness and providing sustainable livelihood to Safai Karamcharis and liberated Manual Scavengers.
Financial assistance is provided to the target group for procurement of sanitation related equipments/ vehicles under SUY through the Channelizing Agencies of NSKFDC. Further, NSKFDC is also providing financial assistance to Urban Local Bodies  for procurement of sanitation related equipments/vehicles under SUY.
The progress under SUY scheme since financial year 2014-15 is as under:-
1. NSKFDC has released financial assistance of Rs.81.79 crore under Swachhta Udyami Yojana  for extending the benefits of the scheme to 2070 beneficiaries from the target group of NSKFDC.
2. NSKFDC has disbursed Rs.40.17 Crores to 29 ULBs in various States for procurement of 296 units of sanitation related equipments/vehicles under its SUY.
In addition, NSKFDC has also released capital subsidy of Rs.17.90 crore under Self Employment for Rehabilitation of Manual Scavengers  for procurement of 224 units of sanitation related equipment/vehicles by 491 beneficiaries.
This information was given by Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment shri Ramdas Athawale in the Lok Sabha in a written reply today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles loss of lives due to fire at a hospital in Mumbai
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to a fire at a hospital in Mumbai.
"Pained by the loss of lives due to a fire at a hospital in Mumbai. I pray that the injured recover soon", the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
PRESS NOTE
ESIC Medical College and Hospital at KK Nagar, Chennai, has observed Swachchata Pakwada from 1st May – 15th May 2018, as part of Swachcha Bharath Mission.
Dr. Sowmya Sampath, the Dean of the ESIC Medical College, after administering the Swachchata Pledge, has inaugurated the Swachchata Pakhwada Celebration. In the inaugural address, the dean explained the gathering about the salient features of the Swachcha Bharath Mission and also motivated everyone to render their active participation to make the mission successful. Other officers who participated in the events were Dr. Sanjay Mishra, Medical Superintendent of the ESIC hospital, Dr. R.Magesh, Deputy Medical Superintendent, Dr. L.Dhanasekaran, Stores Manager and Deputy Directors of Hospital and Medical College.
During the Fortnight celebrations the following events were held
1.Display of Banners
2.Holding of Exhibition.
3.Holding of awareness and health check up camps
4.Holding of quiz competition to ESI beneficiaries
5.Holding of essay, poster and short film competitions for students and staffs of ESIC
6.Conducting flash mobs, mimes and skits to create awareness about the mission among the general public.
7.Mass cleaning programme and planting tree saplings.
8.Information, Education and communication activities to ESI stakeholders.
People from all sections of the society including ESI Scheme stakeholders took part actively in these celebrations.
The fortnight celebration was completed with a formal valedictory function on 15th May 2018 during which the activities undertaken during the fortnight were reviewed and prizes were distributed to successful participants of various competitions conducted during the event.
ESI Scheme in India
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation is a pioneer Social Security organization providing comprehensive social security benefits like reasonable Medical Care and a range of Cash Benefits in times of need such as employment injury, sickness, death etc. The ESI Act applies to premises/precincts where 10 or more persons are employed. The employees drawing wages up to Rs.21,000/- a month are entitled to health insurance cover and other benefits, under the ESI Act. The Act now applies to over 8.73 lakh factories and establishments across the country, benefiting about 3.18 crores family units of workers. As of now, the total beneficiary population of ESI Scheme stands over 12.02 crores. Ever since its inception in 1952, the ESI Corporation has, so far, set up 151 Hospitals, 1467/159 Dispensaries / ISM Units, 813 Branch/Pay Offices and 62 Regional & Sub-Regional/Divisional Offices.
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